Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum versus Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum .
Published on March 10, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.
Price
Ingredient Info
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum 34 ingredients
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum 34 ingredients
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Build your routine, track which ingredients work for you, and much more with your free account.
Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum 34 ingredients
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Coconut Alkanes • Oleyl Lactate • Octyldodecyl PCA • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Isosorbide Disunflowerseedate • Squalane • Isostearyl Lactate • Glyceryl Linoleate • Psoralea Corylifolia Seed Powder • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Glyceryl Oleate • Quercus Suber Bark Extract • Glyceryl Palmitate • Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Glyceryl Linolenate • Glyceryl Stearate • Oak Root Extract • Lecithin • Palmitic Acid • Dunaliella Salina Extract • Crithmum Maritimum Extract • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Quercetin • Water • Tocopherol • Glycine Soja Oil
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Coconut Alkanes • Oleyl Lactate • Octyldodecyl PCA • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Glyceryl Oleate • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Isostearyl Lactate • Brassica Campestris Seed Oil • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Althaea Officinalis Root Extract • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract • Bisabolol • Phloretin • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Squalane • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Dunaliella Salina Extract
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Learn more about what what Com. / Irr. ratings are
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.
Argan Oil is an antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing ingredient.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilJosie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Coconut Alkanes is created from the fatty-acids of coconut oil. It is volatile, meaning it evaporates from the skin.
Coconut Alkanes is an emollient and solvent. As an emollient, it helps keep skin soft and hydrated. Solvents help distribute and mix other ingredients. This ensures a more even consistency.
Coconut Alkanes may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Coconut AlkanesJosie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
We don't have a description for Oleyl Lactate.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Octyldodecyl PCA.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.
As a solvent, dimethyl isosorbide helps dissolve other ingredients. This helps ensure even distribution of an ingredient. It may also be used to decrease the thickness of a product.
Studies show dimethyl isosorbide is able to penetrate skin to deliver other ingredients into the skin, making them more effective.
Learn more about Dimethyl IsosorbideJosie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneJosie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Isostearyl Lactate.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateJosie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Glyceryl Oleate is a fragrance and isn't fungal acne safe.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Dunaliella Salina Extract.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilJosie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum 34 ingredients
Josie Maran Argan Bright Skin Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
Usage
Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.
